Iraqi Kurdistan

Iraqi Kurdistan is a semi-autonomous region in northern Iraq, bordering Iran. It has its own government and armed forces (Peshmerga). Recent news highlights several issues impacting the region. Firstly, a rocket attack on the Khor Mor gas field, a major energy source, caused widespread power outages in Kurdistan. This attack is the latest in a series targeting energy infrastructure, with some authorities suspecting Iran-affiliated militias. Secondly, the region is a border crossing point between Iran and Iraq, specifically at Bashmaq, where Iranians are crossing into Iraqi Kurdistan. This crossing is relevant in the context of ongoing protests and reported violence within Iran. Finally, while not directly in Iraqi Kurdistan, the withdrawal of Kurdish forces (SDF) from areas east of Aleppo in Syria and the subsequent movement of the Syrian army are relevant due to the broader regional implications and the Kurdish population spanning across multiple countries.